Unique Historic Secluded Farmhouse With Private Pool And Spectacular Views

Unique Historic Secluded Farmhouse With Private Pool And Spectacular Views

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Farmhouse front door
View of the house from the track
Living room
The living room
Living room with  log fire

Overview of Unique Historic Secluded Farmhouse With Private Pool And Spectacular Views

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Montefrío, AL
  • Popular LocationChurch of the Incarnation4 min drive
  • AirportGranada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca)41 min drive
  • Popular LocationAlhambra53 min drive
  • Popular LocationGranada Cathedral53 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Unique Historic Secluded Farmhouse With Private Pool And Spectacular Views

El Cortijo de Los Siete Olivos. A unique 150 year old farmhouse, restored to retain its original character, with beautiful panoramic views over olive groves and across the valley to the Parapanda mountain. The whitewashed house with low-beamed ceilings, nestles on a hillside under dark holm oak trees. Although fully modernised it avoids the sterility that can characterise recently renovated buildings, it has a warm ambiance in which old -style interior fittings seem to merge organically with the walls and floor in traditional Andalucian fashion. The accommodation consists of the farmhouse and a little adjoining house, each with its own secluded terrace. There is a charming pool set in natural stone, and a 'wild' garden with pomegranate, almond and olive trees. The small town of Montefrio is only 5 min drive from the house where you can find all you need for your stay, and the magnificent city of Granada only 45km away.

Property manager

Margaret Cook

Amenities

Pool
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Most terraces are gated but pool is unfenced.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Please get in touch if you want to bring your dog

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Fires are a risk from cigarettes thrown away

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Property Registration Number VTAR/GR/000133

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Montefrio

Located in Montefrio, this farm stay is in a rural area and in the mountains. House Museum of Niceto Alcala and Priego de Cordoba History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Priego de Cordoba Tourist Office and La Trufa Mycology Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, mountain climbing, and hiking.
Map
Montefrío, AL

What's nearby

  • Church of the Incarnation - 4 min drive
  • Calle Gran Via de Colon - 50 min drive
  • Alhambra - 53 min drive
  • Granada Cathedral - 53 min drive
  • Plaza Nueva - 63 min drive

Getting around

  • Loja-San Francisco Station - 41 min drive
  • Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante el Pregonero - 3 min drive
  • Restaurante Atalaya - 4 min drive
  • Café Punto Linvi - 3 min drive
  • Bar Restaurante Justo - 18 min walk
  • Maria Villani GastroBar - 4 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly authentic country experience
This house ticks all the boxes for those wanting to live life away from it all in a comfortably provided for yet truly rustic home. Margaret could not have been more attentive and made our stay so easy and memorable. The area is full of rich visual and cultural experiences. A holiday of a lifetime.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maison dans une mer d'oliviers
Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine, au calme, au milieu des oliviers. La vieille maison est pleine de charme, la terrasse offre une vue magnifique sur la campagne environnante. La piscine est également très agréable et plutôt grande. Enfin, Margaret et Gerardo sont très aidants en cas de question.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pierre J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tout y est très bien ici.
Séjour très agréable. La maison est au top! Les relations avec Margaret et Gerardo sont plus que satisfaisantes. Je conseille très vivement cette location (je pense même y revenir).
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

gilles D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Formidable séjour à Montefrio.
Une maison qui permet de passer des vacances reposantes dans un environnement agréable et calme. Location très bien équipée (ustensiles de cuisine, ventilateurs, moustiquaires ...) Les extérieurs, et en particulier la piscine, permettent de profiter du climat. La communication avec Margaret et l'accueil sur place par Gerardo ont été de qualité. La location est en tout point conforme à l'annonce. Au final c'est un séjour que nous avons fortement apprécié.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

olga m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casa para disfrutar en familia
La casa está fenomenal, típica casa de campo andaluza, con el plus de la piscina, que ha sido súper disfrutada.😍😍 Cerca del pueblo. El pueblo muy bonito, recomendable ir a tomar algo por la tarde-noche. Para repetir o recomendar
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Margaret Cook

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Recently retired, we like to spend as much time as we can at El Cortijo de Los Siete Olivos. As city dwellers we love the beauty and slower pace of life that Montefrio offers us. Seven grandchildren, living variously between Edinburgh and Oxford keep us rooted in the UK.

Why they chose this property

We wanted to experience life in traditional Spain, so chose to buy in Montefrio as it offered us a country area within easy access of the coast and a major city. We feel incredibly lucky that we chanced upon this little town as its beauty never fails to delight us every time we return. The local area offers so much in terms of history, walking and bird watching, and with the proximity to Granada, access to restaurants, shops, city life in general and of the course the wonderful Alhambra Palace.
For families with children, there are many activities to enjoy, the Aquaola Water Park and the amazing Science Park in Granada, and watching flamingos. Locally in Montefrio horse riding and cycling are available.

What makes this property unique

Our 150 year old farmhouse was restored about twenty five years ago using traditional methods and materials. White uneven lime-washed walls and birchwood beams and the local brightly coloured Alpujarran fabrics used throughout the house reflect its traditional past, whilst offering comfortable modern convenience.
We enjoy beautiful views of the Parapanda mountain across the valley from all the terraces around the house, and starry nights are quite magical.
The approach to the house is along one of the many pale dusty tracks that meander over these hillsides, lined with almond trees, through groves of Hojiblanca and Picual olives. Although only five minutes from town by car you feel you are in a different world.
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